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I'm calling on all Con-Way retread van owners. I would like your opinions on the Con-Way contract verses the Panther contract for vans. How many of you have switched to the Panther contract. I am still running under my Con-Way contract. Anyone else? I would like to hear both pros and cons...

I have been with Panther for exactly two weeks. The first week after the buyout I was OOS. I returned to service this Tuesday and promptly was offered a load. Panther has kept me busy all week. I even had to turn down a 950 mile load because I already had driven 150 miles and it was 120 more...

This afternoon I posted on the Border Crossing Forum. My question delt with a QC fleet message from Friday about crossing back into the U.S. The message stated as of this Monday a security seal and C-TPAT security inspection were required to enter into the U.S. wether loaded or not. 2 hours...

I received this QC fleet message Friday 5-5-06:Trucks entering the U.S. from Canada will be required to have in place a high security seal and C-TPAT security inspection. The message continued on about fines but did not go into detail about the seals and inspection. Can anyone clarify this...

As van drivers we share space with the freight. We have all hauled wire baskets filled with stamped metal parts that rattle and clatter. Metal tubs with castings that clunk and clang. Paint and ink that give off odors. I know one E.O. member who doesn' like the smell of the oil coating on...

After reading about the 2007 Sprinter I became curious as to MB's choice of GVW ratings. Especially the gap between 8,500# and 10,140#. 10,140# what's with that. The weigh station issue aside, most states registration fees increase dramatically above the 10,000# threshold. An additional...

I own and drive a van leased to a major expediting company. Is it possible for me to become an independent and cover loads for the Big Guys? Would they ever consider using a 1 van outfit? Would ICC authority be required? What about cargo and liability insurance? Any thoughts, comments or...